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Ham 'n' Cheese Egg Loaf Recipe

"My family has enjoyed attractive slices of this moist brunch loaf for many years," writes Connie Bair of East Wenatchee, Washington. "Whenever I serve it at gatherings, there are never any leftovers."

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Bake: 55 min. + standingYIELD:6-8 servings

Ingredients

6 eggs

3/4 cup 2% milk

1 teaspoon prepared mustard

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1 cup cubed fully cooked ham

4 ounces cheddar cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Directions

1.In a large bowl, beat eggs until frothy, about 1 minute. Add milk and mustard. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to the egg mixture and beat until smooth. Stir in bacon, ham and cheeses. Transfer to a greased and floured 9-in. x 5-in. loaf pan.

2. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Run a knife around edge of pan to remove. Slice and serve warm.
Yield: 6-8 servings.